Believe: The Eddie Izzard Story 2009
“Funny and heartfelt”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 102 minutes
- Director
- Sarah Townsend
- Network
- Halyon Films
- Where to Stream
- Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads
What is Believe: The Eddie Izzard Story?
Believe: The Eddie Izzard Story is a 2009 comedy and documentary film directed by Sarah Townsend. The film follows comedian Eddie Izzard on a stressful comeback tour while capturing the stories behind well-loved material.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2009
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 102 minutes
- Release date
- Oct 9, 2009
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United Kingdom
- Studios
- Halyon Films
- Budget
- $275,000
- Genres
- Comedy, Documentary
- Updated
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- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.7/10 from 22 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~102 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Network
- Halyon Films
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Believe: The Eddie Izzard Story is a 2009 comedy and documentary film directed by Sarah Townsend. The film follows comedian Eddie Izzard on a stressful comeback tour while capturing the stories behind well-loved material. Prior to the Sexie tour in 2003 and under extreme pressure to write, Izzard delved into personal life experiences for inspiration. This process began an accidental voyage into the past that paralleled a world tour and culminated in a moment of revelation regarding the source of a relentless drive. The documentary includes exclusive footage such as the wolves material, early student sketches, and unicycle riding. The narrative also chronicles Izzard's rise to fame from early influences, including losing a mother to cancer at a young age and being sent with a brother to boarding school. Additional cast members appearing in the film include Melvin Altwarg, Shamgar Amram, and Mick Andrew.
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“A gripping exploration of comedy and documentary that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Believe: The Eddie Izzard Story is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.
Is Believe: The Eddie Izzard Story worth watching?
Believe: The Eddie Izzard Story holds a community rating of 6.7/10 based on 22 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Comedy, Documentary for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie Believe: The Eddie Izzard Story and when was it released?
Believe: The Eddie Izzard Story is a feature film with a runtime of 102 minutes. It was released in 2009. Release status: Released.
Who directed Believe: The Eddie Izzard Story?
Believe: The Eddie Izzard Story was directed by Sarah Townsend.
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